Got bats? We do, and we couldn't be happier! Did you know that Washington State has 15 of the 47 species of bats found in the US? Here at […]
Join us on June 22 for a rare evening event to experience the tranquility of our beautiful preserve on one of the longest days of the year. This special session includes guided meditation, gentle reflective walks, and group discussion led by seasoned mindfulness practitioners.
Are you captivated by the hidden world of fungi? Do you yearn to explore bog habitats and create whimsical mushroom masterpieces? Look no further than this mushrooms of the bog felting workshop!
National Moth Week celebrates the beauty, life cycles, and habitats of moths. “Moth-ers” of all ages and abilities are encouraged to learn about, observe, and document moths in their backyards, parks, and neighborhoods.
Everyone, everywhere can share this unique opportunity to become a Citizen Scientist and contribute scientific data about moths. Join us at 7:00 to identify and count our native moths!
Join us at our Bat Biology & Box Building Class! You will start off by learning about bat biology, bat facts and conservation. Then, you will learn how YOU can help bat conservation in your own backyard by constructing your very own bat box to take home! Material & supplies provided.
Forest Bathing is a nature-based mindfulness practice that helps to reduce stress and stay in the moment. You may leave with less urgency to look at your phone and a greater connection to nature.
Explore the fascinating Bog Trail this fall on a free guided nature walk, perfect for the whole family! Immerse yourself in the unique beauty of bog ecosystems as you explore this living landscape. You will learn about the special plants that thrive in these wetlands, how bogs maintain environmental health, and more.
Join us for World Environmental Health Day and help us take care of a special part of the SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve forest. We will be doing light invasive […]
A beautiful rainy fall is a mushroom enthusiast’s dream! Join fungi enthusiast Cecilia for an exploration of mushrooms visible from our upland trails. This guided nature walk will be fun for beginners and mycophiles interested in sharing their knowledge with a group.
There will be no jump scares on this haunted bog tour, just the fun and spooky facts about bogs across the world. This tour will be good for kids and adults, costumes are welcome!
Happy Independence Day! We hope your celebrations are joyous and nature filled! SHADOW Lake Nature Preserve's trails, the Richter Education Center, and office will be closed in observance of the holiday. We will reopen on Friday.
